Moon Phase on September 11, 1986

On Thursday, September 11, 1986 the moon was a First Quarter, 52% illuminated and 7.6 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 07:41 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, September 11, 1986

Illumination52%
Moon age
7.6 days
Full Moon
in 6.7 days

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Moon Data for September 11, 1986

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
52.2%
Moon age
7.6 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
369,808 km

Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on September 11, 1986, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter07:41 UTCSep 11, 7:41 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About September 11, 1986

What was the moon phase on September 11, 1986?

On Thursday, September 11, 1986 the moon was a First Quarter, with 52% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 11, 1986?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 19, 1986 and Thursday, September 18, 1986.

Was there a new moon on September 11, 1986?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, September 4, 1986 and Friday, October 3, 1986.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 11, 1986?

The moon was in Sagittarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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